Origin
Weirton, WV
Afternoon in Weirton on Tuesday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weirton, WV to Oceana, WV
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 24m
Distance
263 mi
423 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 11m
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6 AM
5h 24m
8 AM
5h 51m
10 AM
5h 33m
12 PM
5h 31m
3 PM
5h 35m
5 PM
5h 50m
8 PM
5h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Weirton, WV
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Oceana, WV
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Trip Overview
Spanning 263 miles through the heart of West Virginia, this journey from Weirton to Oceana typically takes about 5 hours and 24 minutes. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you should plan for a full day of driving. Budgeting approximately $42 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for the trip's costs. While it is certainly feasible to complete this distance in a single day, the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should be prepared for active driving. Both the origin and destination sit within the Southeast region, offering a consistent regional feel as you traverse the state from north to south.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
131.5 miles from Weirton, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a hands-on experience behind the wheel, as this route is characterized by a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate through areas using Dean Martin Boulevard, North 4th Street, and Slack Street, with a highway share of 0%. Because you are avoiding major highways entirely, the road demands your full attention as you shift through various local road conditions. This setup creates a technical drive that feels quite different from typical high-speed travel. Be ready to stay alert, as the lack of highway stretches means the pace remains steady but requires constant navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dean Martin Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Weirton, WV to Oceana, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dean Martin Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 4th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Slack Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Court Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ferry Landing Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lafayette Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Energy Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 2 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Dean Martin Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weirton, WV and Oceana, WV.
1
Start on Main Street
2.5 mi
·
5 min
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Main Street
2
Keep slight left
1.1 mi
·
1 min
3
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
4
Merge slight left onto Dean Martin Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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Dean Martin Boulevard
5
Take the exit slight right
364 ft
·
12 sec
6
Continue on North 4th Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North 4th Street
7
Turn left onto Slack Street
226 ft
·
7 sec
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Slack Street
8
Turn right onto South Court Street
236 ft
·
7 sec
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South Court Street
9
Turn right onto Dean Martin Boulevard
34 mi
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43 min
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Dean Martin Boulevard
10
Take the exit straight
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
11
Turn left onto Ferry Landing Road
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
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Ferry Landing Road
12
Continue straight
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
13
Turn right onto Lafayette Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Lafayette Avenue
14
Continue on Energy Road
22 mi
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25 min
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Energy Road
15
Continue on North State Route 2
1.3 mi
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1 min
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North State Route 2
16
Continue on 3rd Street
2.0 mi
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2 min
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3rd Street
17
Continue on Vine Street
4.3 mi
·
4 min
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Vine Street
18
Continue on North 4th Avenue
5.0 mi
·
5 min
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North 4th Avenue
19
Turn left onto Elizabeth Street
269 ft
·
4 sec
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Elizabeth Street
20
Turn right onto Chelsea Street
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Chelsea Street
21
Continue on 3rd Street
12 mi
·
13 min
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3rd Street
22
Continue on Emerson Avenue
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Emerson Avenue
23
Take the exit right
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
24
Continue straight
2.3 mi
·
2 min
25
Take the exit slight right toward I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
0.2 mi
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13 sec
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I 64 West, US 119 South: Huntington
26
Keep slight left
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
27
Merge slight right
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
28
Take the exit slight right toward US 119 South: Logan
0.7 mi
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1 min
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US 119 South: Logan
29
Keep slight right
27 mi
·
31 min
30
Turn right onto Smoot Avenue
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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Smoot Avenue
31
Turn straight onto State Street
0.6 mi
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56 sec
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State Street
32
Turn left onto Logan
43 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
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Logan
33
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 5-hour and 24-minute trip involves constant turning, you should aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight hours for navigating local roads. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous maneuvering can be more taxing than standard highway driving. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the journey, ensuring you have enough to cover the $42 estimated cost, especially since local routes may have fewer service stations than major interstates. A practical tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between Dean Martin Boulevard, North 4th Street, and Slack Street before you leave to avoid unnecessary confusion during the drive.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 131.5 miles from Weirton, WV, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.5 miles or 2h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oceana, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Weirton, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Weirton, WV
This is one driving day of about 263 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Weirton, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 131.5 mi from Weirton, WV · 2h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Arriving in Oceana, WV
The final approach into Oceana, WV usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Oceana, WV.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.13 one way
$82.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $44.97 | $89.94 |
| premium | $4.70 | $48.68 | $97.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.07 | $116.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.9 | 0 | $27.61 | $12.62 |
| Efficient EV | 65.8 | 0 | $23.01 | $10.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.2 | 1 | $36.82 | $16.83 |
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Oceana, WV
Afternoon in Oceana on Tuesday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
22 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Weirton, WV to Oceana, WV covers 263 miles and takes about 5h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dean Martin Boulevard, North 4th Street, Slack Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 131.5 miles from Weirton, WV. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Weirton, WV to Oceana, WV is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Weirton, WV to Oceana, WV does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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